Monday, January 31, 2011

Tune into TLC tonight at 10:00 PM EST/9:00 CST for TWO new episodes of "19 Kids and Counting!"
First, watch John-David campaign for Alderman and Joseph get braces in Duggars Rock the Vote. Then, in Donating Duggars, see the family help out the volunteer fire department and then travel to Oklahoma to put together supplies for the oppressed citizens of Columbia.

How would you like to meet and greet the Duggar family? Now is your chance! On Saturday, February 13th, Jim Bob and Michelle and their kids will be speaking in Lawrence, Kansas, at a benefit for the Pregnancy Care Center of Lawrence. Tickets to the main program are only $15 per person or $45 for a family. To meet and greet the Duggars, the cost is $100. If you live near Lawrence, don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity! Tickets are on sale now -- click here to purchase.

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Time for another giveaway! Keep reading to find out how you can win the DVD Tea with Michelle Duggar. This wonderful video shows Michelle's caring heart and even provides a bonus interview with Jim Bob.

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Thursday, January 27, 2011

You were right--February is the only month with no Duggar birthdays. Can you believe that? Out of 2 parents, 19 children, 1 daughter-in-law, and 1 granddaughter, none were born in February! Out of how many months of the year does your family have birthdays to celebrate?

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

On last night's episode of 19 Kids and Counting, "Duggars Shoot for the Sky"...

My how time flies! Jessa, the 5th Duggar child, celebrated her 18th birthday. The birthday girl made two requests: shooting and skydiving. This Duggar sure has guts!

Jim Bob explained his belief on gun safety: "I really desire our children to learn about gun safety and to learn how to shoot a gun for personal protection."

Following their trip to the shooting range (where Jessa was surprised to discover that she is a good shot), the Duggars headed over to the local airport to do some skydiving. But before they went, Michelle made sure there were no more Duggar babies on the way. She was quick to assure her fans that the pregnancy test was negative. "I'm not going to leave the suspense hanging there," said the mom of 19.

After strapping on their bodysuits, Michelle and Jessa said a farewell to the rest of the Duggar clan and climbed into an airplane. At 13,000 feet, the door opened, and the mother and daughter prepared to jump. "The only part that really got me was like right before I jumped out," said Jessa. Michelle and her instructor took the leap, followed by Jessa and another professional skydiver. In the air, they enjoyed taking in the scenery and doing twists and turns with the parachutes.

"That was amazing!" exclaimed Jessa when they reached the ground. "Coolest think I've ever done!" Michelle felt the same way: "It is the most incredible adrenaline rush I've ever had in my life!"

The episode wouldn't be complete without a Josie update: "Josie is doing wonderful," rejoiced Michelle. "We're just excited for the progress she has made." One of the preemie's first family outings was skydiving. But don't worry--she stayed on the ground!

The day we have all been waiting for has finally arrived -- the Duggars return tonight!
Tune into TLC at 10:30PM EST/9:30 CST for "19 Kids and Counting" Duggars Shoot for the Sky. Jessa has one wish for her 18th birthday. Can you guess what that is? She wants to jump out of a plane! Watch as the Duggars go skydiving and then head to a shooting range to celebrate their daughter's milestone birthday. And there's a little added suspense when Michelle takes a pregnancy test.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

TLC has just confirmed that the Duggars will be returning early! However, "19 Kids and Counting" is going to be running on a different schedule. The first episode is set for Monday, January 24th, at 10:30PM EST/9:30 CST. Then tune in on Monday, January 31st, at 10:PM EST/9PM CST and 10:30PM EST/9:30PM CST for two more new episodes.

The change might be permanent, but look on the bright side: Just one more week to go!

Will 10:30PM EST be a better time for you, or did you prefer the old schedule (9:30PM EST)?

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Jim Bob and Michelle will be the first to tell you that they are not professional parents, but there is something to be said for having 19 respectful, well-behaved children.

Let's discuss some of their top parenting tips...

Before their first child was born, Josh and Anna chatted with Jim Bob and Michelle on the Today Show. Jim Bob gave them this piece of wisdom: "Teach your children to love the Lord with all their hearts; serve others."

In that same interview with the Today Show, Michelle advised Josh and Anna to "enjoy them because they will grow up really, really fast."

The parents of 19 also stress the importance of keeping up with each child's heart. In our interview with Michelle, she told us that they "love to visit and get to have those heart-to-heart talks with the older ones, and often, that is after all the others are in bed." But even though that means less sleep for mom and dad, Jim Bob and Michelle don't mind at all.

"I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world," Michelle told us. "No sleep can be any better than getting to have that time with your kids."

Do you agree with these tips? What are some of your top parenting tips?

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